Nsefu Sector, South Luangwa
The BBC new wildlife series is launched. Narrated by David Attenborough and filmed over four incredible years, it follows the real-life dramas of our four African apex predators: leopards, lions, hyenas and wild dogs, right in South Luangwa, Zambia, in the Nsefu Sector, exactly where our own story began 40 years ago.
Teamwork
Kingdom is more than just another wildlife documentary to us. Not only was it filmed right here in the Nsefu Sector, where we run Nsefu Camp, Tena Tena, and Luangwa Bush Camping, but we were also part of the journey, hosting the BBC film crew over the past four years. Alongside wildlife filmmakers, Will & Lianne Steenkamp (who are based at Nsefu Camp, and are known for their award-winning story of Olimba: Leopard Legacy), we had a front-row seat to this incredible project. The team also worked closely with the Zambian Carnivore Programme (ZCP), with whom we’ve collaborated with for over a decade through Carnivore Week, a safari celebrating the stars of Kingdom. For us, this series is deeply personal, being part of its creation and seeing the predators we know and love on screen makes it truly special.
Image courtesy of Zambian Carnivore Programme
The late Olimba
And yes, the late Olimba is feautured too! Anyone who was lucky enough to see her on safari or followed her journey on screen, will be thrilled to see her take centre stage, as we revisit her story alongside her family. She’s joined by three other incredible carnivore families: Tenta’s Hyena Clan, Rita’s Lion Pride, and Storm’s Wild Dog Pack.
Nsefu Kingdom Safari
But there’s more… we’re taking it a step further with our brand-new Nsefu Kingdom Safari, exploring the Nsefu Sector with a stay at Nsefu and Tena Tena Camp. This trip takes off on 23 August 2026 and is exclusive to just six guests. Led by Keyala “Kiki” Phiri, a safari legend, imagine being in the very place where Kingdom was brought to life, exploring the same wild spaces ruled by the four stars of the series. It also includes spending time with Zambian Carnivore Programme and the documentary’s filmmakers Will & Lianne Steenkamp.
Nsefu Kingdom Safari
Kingdom book by Will Millard
The book ‘Every family has its pride’ is a stunning celebration of 4 families of predators.
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